US Consumer Sentiment Lowest since Trump was Elected

The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US fell to 90.7 in January of 2019 from 98.3 in December, well below market expectations of 97. It is the lowest reading since October of 2016. The decline was primarily focused on prospects for the domestic economy, with the year-ahead outlook for the national economy judged the worst since mid 2014.

The current economic conditions subindex declined to 110 from 116.1 and the gauge for consumer expectations dropped to 78.3 from 87. Inflation expectations for the year ahead were flat at 2.7 percent and the 5-year outlook edged up to 2.6 percent from 2.5 percent.

Consumer sentiment declined in early January to its lowest level since Trump was elected. The decline was primarily focused on prospects for the domestic economy, with the year-ahead outlook for the national economy judged the worst since mid 2014. The loss was due to a host of issues including the partial government shutdown, the impact of tariffs, instabilities in financial markets, the global slowdown, and the lack of clarity about monetary policies. Aside from the direct economic impact from these various issues on the economy, the indirect effect meant that half of all consumers believed that these events would have a negative impact on Trump's ability to focus on economic growth. While the January falloff in optimism is certainly consistent with a slowdown in the pace of growth, it does not yet indicate the start of a sustained downturn in economic activity. It is the strength in personal finances that will continue to support consumption expenditures at favorable levels in 2019. Nonetheless, consumers now sense a need to buttress their precautionary savings, which is typically done by reducing their discretionary spending. Evolving job and wage prospects, which were slightly weaker in early January, are critical to extending the current expansion.

US Consumer Sentiment Rises in February
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US rose to 95.5 in February of 2019 from 91.2 in January, preliminary estimates showed. The early February gains reflect the end of the partial government shutdown as well as a more fundamental shift in consumer expectations due to the Fed's pause in raising interest rates.Published on 2019-02-15

US Consumer Sentiment Lowest Since Trump's Election
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US declined to 91.2 in January of 2019 from 98.3 in December, but above a preliminary estimate of 90.7 and market expectations of 90.8. It was the weakest sentiment since President Trump was elected. The end of the shutdown caused only a modest boost in the Sentiment IndexPublished on 2019-02-01

US Consumer Sentiment Lowest since Trump was Elected
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US fell to 90.7 in January of 2019 from 98.3 in December, well below market expectations of 97. It is the lowest reading since October of 2016. The decline was primarily focused on prospects for the domestic economy, with the year-ahead outlook for the national economy judged the worst since mid 2014.Published on 2019-01-18

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Higher
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US was revised higher to 98.3 in December of 2018 from a preliminary of 97.5 and 97.5 in November, final estimates showed. The Sentiment Index averaged 98.4 in 2018, the best year since 107.6 in 2000.Published on 2018-12-21

US Consumer Sentiment Above Forecasts
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US was steady at 97.5 in December of 2018, the same as in the previous month and above market expectations of 97, preliminary estimates showed. In the last 2 years, consumer sentiment has been above 90, a pattern not seen since 1997 to 2000.Published on 2018-12-07

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Lower
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US fell further to 97.5 in November of 2018 from a preliminary reading of 98.3 and 98.6 in October. It is the lowest value in three months. Both current conditions and expectations were revised lower although the drops were more related to income than political party.
Published on 2018-11-21

US Consumer Sentiment Falls Less than Expected
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US fell to 98.3 in November of 2018 from 98.6 in October but slightly higher than market expectations of 98. It is the lowest reading in three months, mainly due to a fall in consumer expectations, preliminary estimates showed. Data was collected until Wednesday night so there was only a one-day overlap after the mid-term election results were known by consumers.Published on 2018-11-09

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Lower
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US fell to 98.6 in October of 2018 from a preliminary estimate of 99 and 100.1 in September. The decline was due to less favorable current economic conditions and higher inflationary pressures.Published on 2018-10-26

US Consumer Sentiment Lower than Expected
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US fell to 99 in October of 2018 from 100.1 in September and below market expectations of 100.4, preliminary estimates showed. The decline was due to less favorable assessments by consumers of their personal finances as upward revisions in the year-ahead expected inflation rate weakened real income expectations.Published on 2018-10-12

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Lower in September
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US was revised down to 100.1 in September of 2018 from a preliminary reading of 100.8. Yet, the reading was higher than 96.2 in August and topped 100.0 for only the third time since January of 2004. The single issue that was cited as having a potential negative impact on the economy was tariffs. Concerns about the negative impact of tariffs were cited by nearly one-third of all consumers in September.Published on 2018-09-28

US Consumer Sentiment Surges in September
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US jumped to 100.8 in September of 2018 from 96.2 in August, beating market expectations of 96.7. It is the second highest level since 2004, only behind the March 2018 reading of 101.4, preliminary estimates showed. Expectations were the strongest since July of 2004, largely due to more favorable prospects for jobs and incomes and current conditions were also assessed more favorable.Published on 2018-09-14

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Up in August
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US was revised higher to 96.2 in August of 2018 from 95.3 in the preliminary estimate. It compares with 97.9 in July and market expectations of 95.5. Yet, it is the lowest reading since January as current conditions were seen the weakest since November of 2016.Published on 2018-08-31

US Consumer Sentiment Lowest in Near a Year
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US fell to 95.3 in August of 2018 from 97.9 in July, below market expectations of 98. It is the lowest reading since September last year amid weaker assessments of buying conditions, mainly due to less favorable perceptions of market prices, preliminary estimates showed.Published on 2018-08-17

US July Consumer Sentiment Revised Higher
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US came in at a six-month low of 97.9 in July 2018, above the preliminary reading of 97.1 and little-changed from June's 98.2. Both consumer expectations and current economic conditions came in stronger than initially thought. Published on 2018-07-27

US Consumer Sentiment at 6-Month Low
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US fell to 97.1 in July of 2018 from 98.2 in June, missing market expectations of 98.2. It is the lowest reading in six months, due to a drop in the current conditions gauge amid rising concerns about the potential negative impact of tariffs on the domestic economy, preliminary estimates showed.Published on 2018-07-13

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Lower in June
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US stood at 98.2 in June 2018, compared with a preliminary reading of 99.3 and slightly above May's 98. Both consumer expectations and current economic conditions came in weaker than initially thought.Published on 2018-06-29

US Consumer Sentiment at 3-Month High
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US increased to 99.3 in June of 2018 from 98 in May, preliminary estimates showed. Figures beat market expectations of 98.5, reaching the highest in three months due to consumers' more favorable assessments of their current financial situation and more favorable views of current buying conditions for household durables. In contrast, expectations declined to the lowest level since the start of the year due to less favorable prospects for the overall economy.Published on 2018-06-15

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Lower in May
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US was revised down to 98 in May of 2018 from a preliminary reading of 98.8 and below 98.8 in April. It is the lowest reading in four months as consumers anticipated smaller income gains and references to discounted prices for durables, vehicles, and homes fell to decade lows.Published on 2018-05-25

US Consumer Sentiment Unchanged in May
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US was steady at 98.8 in May of 2018, the same as in April and slightly above market expectations of 98.5. Preliminary figures pointed to a small uptick in near term inflation, a fall in income expectations, and stabilization of the unemployment rate at decade lows.Published on 2018-05-11

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Higher in April
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US was revised higher to 98.8 in April of 2018 from 97.8 in the preliminary estimate as expectations fell less than initially estimated. It compares with 101.4 in March which was the highest reading since January 2004. The final April figure was close to the 2018 average of 98.9 which was higher than any other yearly average since 107.6 in 2000.Published on 2018-04-27

US Consumer Sentiment Falls More than Expected
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US fell to 97.8 in April of 2018 from 101.4 in March and below market expectations of 100.5. Both current and future conditions subindexes declined, mainly due to concerns about the potential impact of President Trump's trade policies on the domestic economy, preliminary estimates showed.Published on 2018-04-13

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down, Remains Highest Since 2004
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US was revised down to 101.4 in March of 2018 from an initial estimate of 102. Still, the reading was higher than 99.7 in February and was the strongest since January 2004. The revision was due to uncertainty about the impact of the proposed trade tariffs.Published on 2018-03-29

US Consumer Sentiment Highest in 14 Years
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the US jumped to 102 in March from 99.7 in February, beating expectations of 99.3. It is the strongest reading since January 2004 as the assessment of current economic conditions reached a record high. Published on 2018-03-16

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Slightly Down
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States was revised down to 99.7 in February of 2018 from an initial estimate of 99.9. Still, it was higher than 95.7 in January and market expectations of 99.5. It is the second strongest reading since 2004, with consumers basing their optimism on favorable assessments of jobs, wages, and higher after-tax pay.Published on 2018-03-02

US Consumer Sentiment Remains Strong
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States increased to 99.9 in February of 2018, above 95.7 in January and better than market expectations of 95.5. It is the second strongest reading since 2004, preliminary estimates showed. Both current economic conditions and future expectations improved despite lower and much more volatile stock prices.Published on 2018-02-16

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Sharply Higher
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States was revised sharply higher to 95.7 in January of 2018 from a preliminary of 94.4, beating market expectations of 95. It compares with 95.9 in December. Future expectations increased more than anticipated amid higher confidence in future job security and growth in wages as well as financial assets.Published on 2018-02-02

US Consumer Sentiment at 6-Month Low
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States fell to 94.4 in January of 2018 from 95.9 in December and below expectations of 97, according to preliminary figures. It was the lowest reading in six months, as consumers evaluated current economic conditions less favorably amid uncertainties about the delayed impact of the tax reforms.Published on 2018-01-19

US December Consumer Sentiment Weaker than Estimated
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States fell to 95.9 in December of 2017 from 98.5 in November and below the preliminary estimate of 96.8. It was the lowest reading in three months, mainly due to a decline in consumer expectations.Published on 2017-12-22

US Consumer Sentiment at 3-Month Low
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States fell to 96.8 in December of 2017 from 98.5 in November, well below market expectations of 99, preliminary estimates showed. It is the lowest reading in three months as consumer expectations fell and inflation expectations went up.Published on 2017-12-08

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Higher
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States was revised up to 98.5 in November of 2017 from a preliminary of 97.8. Still, it was lower than 100.7 in October which was the strongest since January 2004. Expected economic conditions deteriorated compared to the previous month although less than initially estimated.Published on 2017-11-22

US Consumer Sentiment Falls From 14-Year High
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States fell to 97.8 in November of 2017 from 100.7 in the previous month which was the strongest since January 2004, preliminary estimates showed. The reading came below expectations of 100.7, as current and expected economic conditions deteriorated and consumers expect the inflation to rise in the next year.Published on 2017-11-10

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down, Remains Highest Since 2004
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States was revised down to 100.7 in October of 2017 from 101.1 in the preliminary estimate and lower than market expectations of 100.9. Yet, it is still the strongest number since January 2004 amid more favorable consumers' assessments of current economic conditions as well as expected economic prospects.Published on 2017-10-27

US Consumer Sentiment Jumps to Near 14-Year High
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States rose to 101.1 in October 2017 from 95.1 in September, way above market expectations of 95. It was the highest level since January 2004.Published on 2017-10-13

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down in September
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States fell to 95.1 in September of 2017 from 96.8 in August. It was also lower than a preliminary reading of 95.3. Future expectations and current financial conditions of households declined mainly due to the impact of hurricanes. Published on 2017-09-29

US Consumer Sentiment Falls Less Than Expected
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States fell to 95.3 in September of 2017 from 96.8 in August but slightly above market expectations of 95.1. It is the lowest reading in three months, as hurricanes Irma and Harvey heavy impacted gauge if consumer expectations.Published on 2017-09-15

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down in August
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States stood at 96.8 in August of 2017, below the preliminary estimate of 97.6 and compared with July's final reading of 93.4. Both future expectations and current conditions sub-indices came in lower than previously estimated.Published on 2017-09-01

US Consumer Sentiment at 7-Month High
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States rose to 97.6 in August of 2017 from 93.4 in July, beating market estimates of 94, preliminary estimates showed. It is the strongest reading since January, due to a more positive outlook for the overall economy and more favorable personal financial prospects.Published on 2017-08-18

US Consumer Sentiment Remains At 9 Month Low
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States was revised up to 93.4 from a preliminary of 93.1 in July of 2017 and compared to 95.1 in June. Still, it is the lowest reading since October of 2016 although future expectations declined less than expected and current conditions rose further.
Published on 2017-07-28

US Consumer Sentiment Below Estimates In July
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States fell to 93.1 in July of 2017 from 95.1 in June, well below market estimates of 95, preliminary estimates showed. It is the lowest reading since October of 2016, mainly due to a fall in future expectations.Published on 2017-07-14

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Up In June
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States was revised higher to 95.1 in June of 2017 from a preliminary reading of 94.5 as current conditions were assessed more positive. However, it is the lowest reading in seven months, on lower future expectations, final figures showed.Published on 2017-06-30

US Consumer Sentiment Falls To 7-Month Low
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States went down to 94.5 in June of 2017 from 97.1 in May and well below market expectations of 97. It is the lowest reading in seven months as both present and future expectations declined, preliminary estimates showed. The recent erosion of confidence was due to more negative perceptions of the proposed economic policies among Democrats and the reduced likelihood of passage of these policies among Republicans.Published on 2017-06-16

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down In May
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States was at 97.1 in May of 2017, only slightly up from 97 in April and below initial estimates of 97.7. Both current and future expectations were revised down, final figures showed. Yet, it is still the highest reading in four months.Published on 2017-05-26

US Consumer Sentiment At 4-Month High
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States rose to 97.7 in May of 2017 from 97 in the previous month, according to preliminary estimates. Figures beat market forecasts of 97, boosted by an improvement in future expectations.Published on 2017-05-12

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down In April
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 97 in April 2017 compared with a preliminary reading of 98 but slightly higher than 96.9 in March, a final estimate showed. The gauge of future expectations increased slightly while the barometer for current economic conditions fell.Published on 2017-04-28

US Consumer Sentiment At 3-Month High
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States rose to 98 in April of 2017 from 96.9 in the previous month, according to preliminary estimates. Figures beat market forecasts of 96.5, boosted by an improvement in current financial and economic situation.Published on 2017-04-13

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down In March
The final reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States fell to 96.9 in March of 2017 from a preliminary reading of 97.6 but was higher than 96.3 in February. Both current conditions and futures expectations were revised slightly down.Published on 2017-03-31

US Consumer Sentiment Remains Near 13 Year High
The preliminary reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States rose to 97.6 in March of 2017 from 96.3 in the previous month and beating market forecasts of 97.Published on 2017-03-17

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Up In February
The final reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 96.3 in February 2017 compared to a preliminary figure of 95.7 and a final 98.5 in January. It was the weakest reading in three months, due to a drop in future expectations.Published on 2017-02-24

US Consumer Sentiment At 3-Month Low
The preliminary reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States fell to 95.7 in February of 2017 from a 13-year high of 98.5 in the previous month and lower than market forecasts of 97.9. Future expectations declined and current conditions edged down.Published on 2017-02-10

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Up To 13-Year High
The final reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States rose to 98.5 in January of 2017 compared to a preliminary figure of 98.1 and 98.2 in December. It is the highest reading since January of 2004, due to a more optimistic outlook for the economy and job growth during the year ahead as well as more favorable economic prospects over the next five years.Published on 2017-01-27

US Consumer Sentiment Falls Slightly In January
The preliminary reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States edged down to 98.1 in January of 2017 from a 13-year high of 98.2 in the previous month and lower than market forecasts of 98.5. Future expectations declined and inflationary pressures jumped.Published on 2017-01-13

US Consumer Sentiment At Nearly 13-Year High
The final reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States rose to 98.2 in December 2016 compared to a preliminary figure of 98 and a final 93.8 in November. It was the highest reading since January 2004, as consumers expected a favorable impact of Trump's policies on the economy.Published on 2016-12-23

US Consumer Sentiment Rises To Nearly 2-Year High
The preliminary reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States increased to 98 in December 2016 from a final reading of 93.8 in November. It was the highest reading since January 2015, as consumers expected a positive impact of new economic policies following Donald Trump’s election.Published on 2016-12-09

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Up to 6-Month High
The final reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States rose to 93.8 in November 2016 compared to a preliminary figure of 91.6 and a final 87.2 in October. It was the strongest reading since May this year, as consumers' expectations regarding their personal finances and prospects for the national economy improved sharply.Published on 2016-11-23

US Consumer Sentiment Up to 5-Month High
The preliminary reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States increased to 91.6 in November of 2016 from a final reading of 87.2 in October. It is the highest reading since June as consumers were more confident about future and present conditions and inflation expectations increased.Published on 2016-11-11

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down in October
The final reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States decreased to 87.2 in October of 2016 from a preliminary reading of 87.9 and a final of 91.2 in September. It is the lowest reading since September of 2015 due to less favorable prospects for the national economy, with half of all consumers anticipating an economic downturn sometime in the next five years.Published on 2016-10-28

US Consumer Sentiment at 13-Month Low
The preliminary reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States fell to 87.9 in October of 2016 from 91.2 in September. It is the lowest figure since September last year and well below market expectations of 91.9, hurt by a fall in future expectations. Published on 2016-10-14

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Up in September
The final reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States increased to 91.2 in September of 2016 from a preliminary reading of 89.8 and a final of 89.8 in the previous month. It is the highest reading in three months and better than market expectations of 90. Consumers were more confident about the future and less pessimistic over current conditions than initially anticipated. Published on 2016-09-30

US Consumer Sentiment Flat at 89.8 in September
The preliminary reading of the University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States was unchanged at 89.8 in September of 2016 from 89.8 in the previous month. Figures came below market expectations of 90.8, mainly due to less favorable current conditions while future expectations regarding the overall economy improved.Published on 2016-09-16

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down in August
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 89.8 in August 2016, compared to a preliminary reading of 90.4 and below 90 in July. It was the lowest reading since April, mainly due to less favorable current conditions while future expectations regarding the overall economy improved slightly, final figures showed. Meanwhile, long term inflation expectations fell to the lowest level ever recorded.Published on 2016-08-26

US Consumer Sentiment Improves Slightly in August
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 90.4 in August 2016 from 90 in July but well below market expectations of 91.5, preliminary figures showed. Consumer expectations improved firmly while current conditions deteriorated.Published on 2016-08-12

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Slightly Up
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 90 in July 2016, slightly up from a preliminary reading of 89.5 but well below 93.5 in June. It is the lowest reading since April as both current conditions and future expectations worsened, final figures showed. Published on 2016-07-29

US Consumer Sentiment Falls to 3-Month Low
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 89.5 in July 2016, down from 93.5 in June and well below market expectations of 93.5. It is the lowest reading since April as current conditions worsened, the future outlook reached the lowest since September of 2014 and inflation expectations rose, preliminary figures showed.Published on 2016-07-15

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down to 93.5 in June
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 93.5 in June 2016, down from a preliminary reading of 94.3 and a final of 94.7 in the previous month. Consumers were less optimistic about current conditions and future economic prospects.Published on 2016-06-24

US Consumer Sentiment Beats Expectations
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 94.3 in June 2016, down from 94.7 in the previous month, but beating market expectations of 94. Consumers were less optimistic due to increased concerns about future economic prospects, while assessments of current economic conditions improved to its highest level since July 2005, preliminary estimates showed. Published on 2016-06-10

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down in May
The final University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 94.7 in May of 2016, down from 95.8 in the preliminary release but higher than 89 in the previous month. Future expectations decreased while the current conditions index rose to its highest since January 2007.Published on 2016-05-27

US Consumer Sentiment Jumps to 11-Month High
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 95.8 in May of 2016, up from 89 in the previous month and above market expectations. It is the highest reading since June last year, as both future expectations and current conditions improved, preliminary estimates showed, suggesting a strength in consumer spending.Published on 2016-05-13

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down in April
The final University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 89 in April of 2016, down from 91.0 in the previous month and lower than preliminary estimates of 89.7. It is the smallest reading since September as future expectations decreased to its lowest since September of 2014 and inflation rate for the next year is seen at a 7-month high.Published on 2016-04-29

US Consumer Sentiment at 7-Month Low
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 89.7 in April of 2016 from 91 in the previous month and below market expectations of 92. It is the lowest reading since September of 2015, as both future expectations and current conditions deteriorated, preliminary estimates showed.Published on 2016-04-15

US Consumer Sentiment Better Than Estimated
The final University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 91 in March of 2016, down from 91.7 in the previous month but better than a preliminary estimate of 90. Still, it was the lowest reading in five months, as both current and future expectations decreased while the 5 to 10 years inflation outlook went up.Published on 2016-04-01

US Consumer Sentiment Drops to 5-Month Low
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 90 in March of 2016 from 91.7 in the previous month and hitting its lowest reading since October 2015, as both future expectations and current conditions deteriorated sharply. Markets were expecting the index to rise to 92.2.Published on 2016-03-18

US Consumer Sentiment Falls Less than Expected
The final University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 91.7 in February of 2016, down from 92 in the previous month but better than a preliminary estimate of 90.7. Both current and future expectations decreased and the 5 to 10 years inflation outlook eased.Published on 2016-02-26

US Consumer Sentiment at 4-Month Low
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment fell to 90.7 in February of 2016 from 92 in January, much lower than market expectations of 92. It is the weakest figure in four months, due to lower current and future expectations and lower inflation outlook. Published on 2016-02-12

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Sharply Down in January
The final University of Michigan's consumer sentiment for the United States came in at 92 in January of 2016, much lower than a preliminary estimate of 93.3 and below 92.6 in December. Both current and future expectations decreased and the 1 year inflation outlook eased.Published on 2016-01-29

US Consumer Sentiment at 7-Month High
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment increased to 93.3 in January of 2016 from 92.6 in December of 2015, above market expectations. It is the highest figure since June, driven by improved future expectations, preliminary estimates showed.Published on 2016-01-15

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Up to Highest Since July
The University of Michigan's final reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 92.6 in December of 2015, higher than a first reading of 91.8 and hitting its highest level since July this year. Consumers were more optimistic over their current conditions due to lower inflation, which bolstered real incomes, while they felt less confident about their future situation. Meanwhile, inflation expectations for the next year decreased slightly.Published on 2015-12-23

US Consumer Sentiment Rises in December
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment increased to 91.8 in December from 91.3 in November of 2015 but slightly below market expectations. Current conditions improved but consumers are less optimistic over the future, preliminary figures showed. Published on 2015-12-11

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down in November
The University of Michigan's final reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 91.3 in November of 2015, lower than a first reading of 93.1 but higher than a final reading of 90 in October. Although consumers were more optimistic over their current conditions and their future economic situation, markets were expecting a stronger sentiment in line with preliminary estimates. Meanwhile, inflation expectations for the next 5 to 10 years increased.Published on 2015-11-25

US Consumer Sentiment Up to 4-Month High
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment increased to 93.1 in November from 90 in October of 2015, beating market expectations, preliminary figures showed. It is the highest value since June as consumers are more optimistic over current and future conditions. Published on 2015-11-13

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Down
The University of Michigan's final reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 90 in October of 2015, lower than a preliminary reading of 92.1 and below market expectations. Consumers were less confident over future and current conditions and inflation expectations for the next 5 to 10 years decreased. Still, the consumer confidence index increased from a final reading of 87.2 in September. Published on 2015-10-30

US Consumer Sentiment at 3-Month High
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment increased to 92.1 in October from 87.2 in September of 2015, beating market expectations, preliminary figures showed. It is the highest value since July as consumers are more optimistic over current and future conditions.Published on 2015-10-16

US Consumer Sentiment Revised Sharply Up
The University of Michigan's final reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 87.2 in September, better than a preliminary reading of 85.7, but down from a final 91.9 in September. Still, It is the lowest figure in eleven months.Published on 2015-09-26

US Consumer Sentiment at 12-Month Low
The University of Michigan's consumer sentiment declined to 85.7 in September from 91.9 in August, the largest one-month decline since the end of 2012. The preliminary index came below market consensus as current and future expectations worsened due to volatile financial markets and global slowdown.Published on 2015-09-11

US Consumer Sentiment at 3-Month Low
The University of Michigan's final reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 91.9 in August, lower than a preliminary reading of 92.9 and a final 93.1 in July. Published on 2015-08-28

US Consumer Sentiment At 93.1 in July
The University of Michigan's final reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 93.1 in July, lower than a preliminary reading of 93.3 and a final 96.1 in June. Published on 2015-07-31

US Consumer Sentiment Falls in July
The University of Michigan's preliminary reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 93.3 in July, down from 96.1 in June and well below market expectations as concerns over the Greek crisis and the Chinese slowdown drove current and future expectations down.Published on 2015-07-17

US Consumer Sentiment at 5-Month High
The University of Michigan's final reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 96.1 in June, higher than a preliminary reading of 94.6 and a final 90.7 in May. It is the highest figure since January, beating market expectations. Published on 2015-06-26

US Consumer Sentiment Rises More than Expected
The University of Michigan's preliminary reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 94.6 in June, up from 90.7 in May and well above market expectations. Both current and future expectations went up while the inflation outlook slowed. Published on 2015-06-12

US Consumer Sentiment Above Estimates
The University of Michigan's final reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 90.7 in May, higher than a preliminary reading of 88.6 but below 95.9 reported in April. Yet, it is the lowest figure in six months.Published on 2015-05-29

US Consumer Sentiment at 7-Month Low
The University of Michigan's preliminary reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 88.6 in May, down from 95.9 in April and well below market expectations. Both current and future expectations declined while the inflation outlook rose.Published on 2015-05-15

US Consumer Sentiment at 3-Month High
The University of Michigan's preliminary reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 95.9 in April, up from 93 in March and above market expectations. Both current and future expectations increased while the inflation outlook slowed.Published on 2015-04-17

US Consumer Sentiment Above Forecasts in March
The University of Michigan's final reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 93 in March, higher than a preliminary reading of 91.2 but below 95.4 reported in February. Published on 2015-03-27

US Consumer Sentiment at 4-Month Low
The University of Michigan's preliminary reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 91.2 in March, down from 95.4 in February and well below market expectations. The consumer sentiment fell for the second month as current and future expectations both declined.Published on 2015-03-13

US Consumer Sentiment Falls From 11-Year High in February
The University of Michigan's final reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 95.4 in February, much higher than a preliminary reading of 93.6. It was the first decrease in seven months reflecting bad weather and uptick in fuel cost.Published on 2015-02-27

US Consumer Confidence Disappoints in February
The University of Michigan's preliminary reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment declined to 93.6 in February from an 11 year high of 98.1 reported in January.Published on 2015-02-13

US Consumer Sentiment The Highest Since January 2004
The Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan's final reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 98.1 in January, marginally unchanged from a preliminary reading of 98.1. It is the highest number in eleven years as steady job and wage gains boosted current expectations. Published on 2015-01-30

US Consumer Sentiment At 11-Year High
The Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan's preliminary reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 98.2 in January. It is the highest figure since January of 2004 as lower gasoline prices and steady job gains improved consumer's current and future expectations.Published on 2015-01-16

US Consumer Sentiment Confirmed at 8-Year High
The Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan's final reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 93.6 in December, slightly down from a preliminary reading of 93.8 but up from 88.8 in November. It is the highest reading in nearly eight years as lower gasoline prices drove expectations up.Published on 2014-12-23

US Consumer Sentiment Up to 8-Year High
The Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan's preliminary reading on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 93.8 in December. It is the highest figure since January of 2007 as lower gasoline prices improved consumer current and future expectations.
Published on 2014-12-12